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Aquatics Coordinator - Full-Time Fanwood-Scotch Plains

YMCA - 3.9

Scotch Plains, NJ Job Details Full-time $22 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Coordinator provides day-to-day support of aquatic classes, instructors and pool area to ensure aquatic staff members are providing high-quality,member-focused programs in a safety controlled environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Works with supervisor to ensure that the aquatics programming needs of members are being met through staffing and scheduling of YMCA swim lesson program. Serves as a leader on the pool deck. Incorporates safe supervision practices while deck supervising, instructing and life-guarding. Follows all safety guidelines. Communicates effectively with program participants and answers questions as needed. Reports problems, complaints or concerns of program participants to the aquatic director in a timely fashion. Addresses parent concerns in a professional and positive manner. Supervises and maintains aquatic programming and safety during designated shift. Assists staff, including lifeguards and swim instructors, locate and secure coverage upon absence. Provides coverage when necessary. Provides swim lesson instruction under the guidelines of the Y Swim Lessons Program. Assists with general pool maintenance. Prepares for programming, organizes rosters, announces roll call, and takes attendance. Guides new and seasoned swim instructors with constructive criticism and positive reinforcement. Promotes teamwork and unity. Assists in the evaluation of swim participants and the recordings of evaluations for registration purposes. Assists in the administration and distribution of progress reports to Instructors and then to swim participants. Proofreads all progress reports prior to releasing them to swim participants. Assists with session planning through communication of current class participation, swimmer advancement & placement, etc. Ensures aquatic safety by enforcing sound teaching methods under Y Swim Lesson principles, maintenance of proper discipline and class control. Assists in pool schedule design, helping to ensure that pool time is used to the fullest extent. Obtains training in the Listen First program and implements it into everyday operations at the YMCA; serves as a mentor to staff in their implementation of the program. Conducts performance evaluations as requested by Aquatics Director. Assists with First Aid concerns. Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings. Accountable for understanding the organization's charitable status and mission to assure access for all through active participation in fundraising and philanthropy efforts. Is committed to child abuse prevention, including adhering to all child protection policies and procedures, completing required abuse prevention training and reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. All other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age One to two years related experience, preferably as an Aquatics Coordinator Must possess Swim Instructor certification or possess notable experience with the YMCA Swim Lesson Program Experience working with diverse populations preferred, with a commitment to inclusion and belonging Strong communication skills with participants, parents/guardians, and YMCA members Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with other YMCA staff

Schedule:

40 hours per week - must be available to work nights and weekends

Pay:

$22 - 24 per hour

Comprehensive Benefit Package:

Generous paid time off, health/dental/vision/disability/life insurance coverage, health savings account contribution, 12% retirement contribution, 403(b) savings plan, holiday club contribution, free YMCA membership, and childcare and program discounts.